Entry Level Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs
New grad electrical maintenance technician jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Automotive, and Food & Beverage, with employers like Tyson Foods Incorporated, McWane, and Georgia-Pacific hiring at this level now.
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Location: Cleveland, OH
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC has immediate opportunities for Shift Manager Electrical Maintenance positions at our Cleveland, Ohio facility. This front-line leadership role is responsible for leading skilled maintenance employees and directing day-to-day electrical maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
The successful candidate will drive equipment reliability, support continuous improvement initiatives, develop employee capabilities, and promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
Summary of Responsibilities :
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards; conduct safety, quality, and environmental audits in a timely manner.
- Lead and supervise Maintenance Technician Electrical (MTEs), providing day-to-day direction to support safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance operations.
- Maintain and develop expertise in the electrical, automation, and maintenance systems within the assigned area to support troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage the maintenance and repair of electrical and automation equipment within the assigned area to maximize equipment availability and performance.
- Coach, mentor, and develop employees while ensuring they have the tools, training, and resources needed to perform their work safely and effectively.
- Manage maintenance budgets and resources using sound project management principles and a thorough understanding of equipment maintenance requirements.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Continuous Improvement, Accounting, vendors, suppliers, and peers across the organization to develop and execute maintenance strategies that improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
- Weekends and shift work may be required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications :
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of two years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or other relevant operations environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
- Ability to work in a demanding industrial environment, including exposure to heat, dust, uneven surfaces, stairs, ladders, and outdoor weather conditions.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
- Three (3) years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing, industrial or military environment.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing, industrial or military environment.
- Experience working with a unionized workforce.
- Experience working in a steel mill.
- Experience with PLCs, process automation systems, drives, instrumentation, AC/DC industrial controls, power distribution systems, and AC/DC motors.
- Working knowledge of basic mechanical equipment such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps and process water systems, mechanical power transmission, lubrication, and overhead cranes.
Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.
The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $110,000. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
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Entry Level Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level electrical maintenance technician job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on skills, even from coursework, lab work, or internships. Employers at this level look for familiarity with electrical systems, basic troubleshooting, and safety practices like lockout/tagout. A vocational certificate, associate degree, or documented internship experience gives you a real edge. Tailoring your resume to each job posting and highlighting any relevant tools or equipment you have worked with helps you stand out early.
Which companies hire entry level electrical maintenance technicians?
Companies hiring entry level electrical maintenance technicians right now include Tyson Foods Incorporated, McWane, and Georgia-Pacific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Manufacturing facilities, utilities, facilities management firms, and industrial contractors are among the most consistent employers hiring at this level.
Are there remote entry level electrical maintenance technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level electrical maintenance technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in coordination, inspection support, or technical documentation rather than direct equipment maintenance.
Are these new grad electrical maintenance technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior electrical maintenance technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or lab work in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a relevant certificate or portfolio. Searching for those signals in job descriptions helps narrow down the best-fit openings at this stage.
Which industries hire the most entry level electrical maintenance technicians?
Entry Level electrical maintenance technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors rely heavily on continuous equipment uptime and invest in building their maintenance workforce from the ground up, making them reliable sources of junior openings.